Health Care Management

Associate Degree 6 months

Health Care Management Associate Degree

If you're interested in a rewarding career that allows you to be a vital part of the healthcare industry while using your communication and leadership skills, health care management could be the right job for you. With Penn Foster's online Health Care Management Associate Degree, you'll build foundational knowledge and skills that can help you prepare for career confidence.

  • Penn Foster's health care management online A.S. degree is nationally accredited through DEAC.
  • Courses can help prepare you to sit for industry-recognized certification exams.
  • Penn Foster is a trusted partner for healthcare organizations such Geisinger, CVS, and Walgreens.
  • Our online programs are flexible enough for you to finish them at a pace that works for you, based on how much time you can dedicate to your coursework each week.
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What You Will Learn

  1. How to effectively manage a healthcare team, department, or organization through courses focused on leadership and supervision, human resources, and organizational development.
  2. How to understand and process insurance claims, reimbursement methodologies, and basic billing and coding.
  3. How to apply your knowledge and skills through a hands-on, 160-hour practicum. 
  4. How to prepare to sit for industry-recognized certification exams such as the Certified Coding Associate or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) credential exams offered by the AHIMA (American Health Information Management Association) and the Certified Professional Coder examination offered by the American Academy of Professional Coders. 
Full Program Goal & Outcomes

Health Care Management Career Outcomes 

Medical Office Manager

AVG SALARY*

$55,174/yr


Our online Health Care Management Degree is designed with job-readiness in mind, helping you prepare for a variety of career opportunities for health care managers. Through online coursework, you'll learn what a healthcare manager does, how to effectively lead a healthcare team, and apply your skills in real-world situations during a 160-hour practicum at the end of your program. 

State Licensing Requirements

Associate Degrees from Penn Foster College are awarded under licensing from the Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education.

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What Can I Do With a Degree in Healthcare Management?

Health Care Management Degree Online Curriculum 

  • 4 semesters
  • 62 credits
  • 1 practicum


Estimated completion time per semester:

  • Fast track = 6 months
  • Average time = 12 months

With Penn Foster, you can learn at whatever pace works best for you. Some learners will be more comfortable moving faster, and dedicating more time, and the fast track estimate will apply to them. The average track will apply to most learners who can dedicate a few hours per week to completing their coursework.

As part of our Health Care Management Associate Degree Program course curriculum, you'll learn the foundational leadership skills and industry knowledge required to prepare for a successful career in the field. Your courses include:


  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Quality Management/Performance Improvement
  • Reimbursement Methodologies
  • Department Management
  • Healthcare Statistics

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Health Care Management Practicum Experience

Penn Foster's Health Care Management Degree Program includes a required practicum to gain real-world experience prior to graduating. After successfully completing your online studies, you'll work under the supervision of a healthcare manager, office manager, or nursing home administrator to apply your skills and knowledge to hands-on tasks. The practicum is a minimum of 160 hours which will be completed at a medical facility near you. Students are responsible for finding a site and the site must be approved by your instructor before beginning your hours.

Health Care Management Success Stories

Our health care management graduates have qualified for jobs with a variety of health care providers, from small physician's offices to large healthcare networks. Learn more about their Penn Foster experience.
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Christie C.

Penn Foster Graduate, 2023

“I started classes to help further my education in the Healthcare field. Through Penn Foster I am now able to pair a degree in healthcare management with my nursing experience.”

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Health Care Management Degree Tuition

Tuition for our online Health Care Management Associate Degree is meant to be affordable on any budget. With customized payment plan options, you can take the first steps toward a career in healthcare today!

Option 1: Pay semester in full

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Our Proven Healthcare Learning Model

Empowering students to reach their professional goals

Flexible

  • No set start date
  • No exam due dates
  • Self-paced

Interactive

  • Digital study guides
  • Self-check quizzes 
  • Webinars and discussion boards 

Connected

  • 24/7 access to online resources
  • Online student community
  • Student Portal Help Center 

Supportive

  • Expert faculty 
  • Robust learning resources
  • Dedicated student services

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Health Care Management Degree FAQs

Q: What can I do with an associate degree in healthcare management?

A: Healthcare managers can be found working in a variety of settings such as local, state, and private hospitals, residential care facilities, or physician’s offices. While some healthcare management jobs may require additional training and experience, an online Healthcare Management Associate Degree can help you acquire the fundamental skills to begin your path toward a career in the field.

Q: What jobs can you get with an associate degree in healthcare management?

A: After earning a healthcare management degree online, you can prepare to take the next steps toward starting a career in the healthcare industry. Many graduates begin in entry-level roles from patient services representatives working in medical offices to nursing home administrators.

Q: How much can you make with an associate degree in healthcare administration?

A: The salary for those with a degree in healthcare administration or management can vary depending upon your state, where you work, and your role. However, the national average salary for medical office managers was $55,174 according to PayScale.*

Q: How long does it take to earn a health care management associate degree?

A: Traditional associate degree programs can take two years to complete. Penn Foster's Health Care Management degree online is self-paced, meaning you can work at the speed that best fits your needs. On average, students complete the program in 16-24 months.

Sources:

*PayScale. "Medical Office Manager Hourly Pay." Accessed October 13, 2023.

Statements found on PayScale are not a guarantee of any post-graduation salary, in part because the data used to estimate salaries includes workers from differing educational backgrounds, levels of experience, and geographic areas of the country.